Jacob Dias
Kailua,HI
Summary
Dynamic Maintenance Control Director with extensive aviation experience at Amentum, adept in strategic planning and problem resolution. Successfully led teams to execute groundbreaking operations while ensuring regulatory compliance. Proven track record in performance management and manpower optimization, driving unit effectiveness and operational excellence in high-stakes environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Control Director
Amentum
Kaneohe, Hawaii
09.2024 - Current
- Managed maintenance priorities for two MQ-9 GCS systems, ensuring operational readiness and compliance with maintenance standards.
- Led six technicians to execute USMC's first Remote Split Operations sorties.
- Resolved customer concerns during transition to organic operations, facilitating a smooth integration and enhancing service reliability.
- Coordinated travel and accommodations for personnel, ensuring uninterrupted support for 24/7 operational requirements.
Aircraft Maintenance Superintendent
U.S. Air Force
Joint Base Pearl Hbr Hickam, HI
09.2022 - 10.2024
- Directs overall aircraft maintenance activities of 290 personnel. Evaluates & directs processes used in inspecting, maintaining, & servicing 27 F-22 aircraft valued at $3.6B.
- Executed $248M flying hour program and managed $82K annual operations budget while balancing competing priorities.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and policies, maintaining operational integrity.
- Implemented strategic plans to enhance unit performance and effectiveness.
- Joint Base Pearl Hbr Hickam, HI
Assistant Superintendent
U.S. Air Force
Joint Base Pearl Hbr Hickam, HI
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Coordinated high-level meetings, briefings, & conferences, facilitating effective communication & decision-making.
- Managed Headquarter taskings ensuring timely dissemination & compliance across 25 geographically separated units.
- Joint Base Pearl Hbr Hickam, HI
Maintenance Flight Chief
U.S. Air Force
Edwards AFB, CA
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Directed the extensive aircraft repair activities of 90 personnel on 69 dissimilar & heavily modified aircraft worth $12B.
- Led a $2.5M crashed aircraft recovery program, enabled the reclamation of 17 aircraft types over a 12K sq/mile area.
- Executed base's largest inspection program; oversaw activities of seven trades & evaluated 3K compliance areas.
- Edwards AFB, CA
F-16 Aircraft Section Chief
U.S. Air Force
Edwards AFB, CA
10.2019 - 10.2020
- Led and developed 65 personnel, conducting maintenance of 25 modified F-16 aircraft valued at $614M.
- Managed employee performance feedbacks/evaluations; recognized superior performance with awards programs.
- Enforces strict adherence to technical data; initiates root cause analysis, corrective actions.
- Edwards AFB, CA
Flight Chief
U.S. Air Force
Sheppard AFB, TX
10.2017 - 10.2019
- Lead 39 instructors, teaching aircraft maintenance fundamentals in classroom & hands-on; 4K students annually.
- Approved training plans & evaluated instructor performance, qualified new instructors & maintained records.
- Coordinated student proficiency advancement, remedial study time, washbacks & eliminations from technical training.
- Mentored students & instructors on strengths & opportunities for growth; instills initial aircraft maintenance discipline.
- Sheppard AFB, TX
Instructor Supervisor
U.S. Air Force
Sheppard AFB, TX
10.2016 - 10.2017
- Supervised 10 instructors in classroom & hands-on training for initial A-10 aircraft maintenance skills.
- Manage $55M of ground instructional training aircraft, identified eight safety shortfalls & initiated contractor repairs.
- Developed instructional aids, attended continuation training maintained technical & professional qualifications.
- Sheppard AFB, TX
Instructor
U.S. Air Force
Sheppard AFB, TX
12.2015 - 10.2016
- Administered academic & practical instruction of aerospace maintenance practices to USAF and international students.
- Evaluated student knowledge, performance & proficiency to determine advancement to the next level of training.
- Provided special individualized assistance & remedial instruction to achieve maximum student performance.
- Sheppard AFB, TX
Support Section Chief
U.S. Air Force
Beale AFB, CA
12.2014 - 12.2015
- Supervised daily and periodic inspections of tools & test equipment supporting the repair of U-2 aircraft.
- Enforces practices of FOD prevention; tool, control, and housekeeping techniques facilitating overhaul inspections.
- Administers U-2 support equipment for calibration, non-destructive inspection and corrosion prevention.
- Directs Crash, Damaged, or Damaged Aircraft Recovery in support of MC-12/RQ-4/T-38/U-2 aircraft.
- Beale AFB, CA
Repair and Reclamation Craftsman
U.S. Air Force
Beale AFB, CA
11.2010 - 12.2014
- Performed & supervised overhaul inspections & maintenance on 31 U-2 aircraft systems worldwide.
- Managed Time Change Items & Time Compliance Technical Orders on aircraft flight control systems.
- Performed Crash Damaged or Disabled Aircraft Recovery for U-2, T-38, and RQ-4 aircraft.
- Conducted upgrade qualification training for subordinates; maintained training records & implemented training plans.
- Beale AFB, CA
Weapons System Coordinator
U.S. Air Force
Beale AFB, CA
11.2007 - 11.2010
- Established aircraft maintenance priorities and coordinated limited resources for 93 U-2, RQ-4, MC-12 and T-38 aircraft.
- Tracked status of scheduled unscheduled aircraft maintenance & configurations for assigned or supported aircraft.
- Implemented local flying schedules & coordinated reports of schedule deviations for seven aircraft maintenance units.
- Directed movement of ground equipment & prioritized fuel delivery amongst other logistical support for 1.2K personnel.
- Beale AFB, CA
Dedicated Crew Chief
U.S. Air Force
Spangdahlem AFB
11.2005 - 11.2007
- Executed & coordinated aircraft repair requirements through the flight line expediter & production superintendent.
- Conducted launch, recovery, inspection & ground handling operations with strict adherence to technical instructions.
- Follows & enforces safety requirements, housekeeping standards & FOD prevention.
- Acquired & maintained A-10 engine-on refueling, auxiliary power unit & engine operation certifications.
- Spangdahlem AFB
Dedicated Crew Chief
U.S. Air Force
Osan Air Base
07.2004 - 11.2005
- Analyzed performance, troubleshot malfunctions, conducted repairs, & operationally checked aircraft & systems.
- Documented maintenance activities, findings, and corrective actions accurately in maintenance logs and digital systems, ensuring comprehensive record-keeping and traceability.
- Osan Air Base
Assistant Dedicated Crew Chief
U.S. Air Force
Davis-Monthan AFB, AZ
12.2002 - 07.2004
- Responsible for the management of maintenance performed on assigned $11M, A-10 aircraft.
- Executed scheduled maintenance tasks, adhering to manufacturer guidelines & regulatory requirements.
- Maintained aircraft forms & insured information system accuracy.
- Davis-Monthan AFB, AZ
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aeronautics, Aviation Safety, Management
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
Dallas, TX07.2018
Instructor of Technology and Military Science -
Community College of the Air Force
Maxwell AFB, AL04.2016
Aviation Maintenance Technology -
Community College of the Air Force
Maxwell AFB, AL11.2011
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Problem Resolution
- Aviation Experience
- Performance Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Policy Analysis
- Manpower and Personnel Management
- Leadership
Certification
- Professional Maintenance Certification Program, Level II
- CCAF Instructor Certification, Level I
- CCAF Professional Manager Certificate
Timeline
Maintenance Control Director
Amentum
09.2024 - Current
Aircraft Maintenance Superintendent
U.S. Air Force
09.2022 - 10.2024
Assistant Superintendent
U.S. Air Force
09.2021 - 09.2022
Maintenance Flight Chief
U.S. Air Force
10.2020 - 09.2021
F-16 Aircraft Section Chief
U.S. Air Force
10.2019 - 10.2020
Flight Chief
U.S. Air Force
10.2017 - 10.2019
Instructor Supervisor
U.S. Air Force
10.2016 - 10.2017
Instructor
U.S. Air Force
12.2015 - 10.2016
Support Section Chief
U.S. Air Force
12.2014 - 12.2015
Repair and Reclamation Craftsman
U.S. Air Force
11.2010 - 12.2014
Weapons System Coordinator
U.S. Air Force
11.2007 - 11.2010
Dedicated Crew Chief
U.S. Air Force
11.2005 - 11.2007
Dedicated Crew Chief
U.S. Air Force
07.2004 - 11.2005
Assistant Dedicated Crew Chief
U.S. Air Force
12.2002 - 07.2004
Bachelor of Science - Aeronautics, Aviation Safety, Management
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
Instructor of Technology and Military Science -
Community College of the Air Force
Aviation Maintenance Technology -
Community College of the Air Force